The Barrocal Park is one of the newest tourist attractions in Castelo Branco – one that surprised us with its natural beauty and creativity in the built elements. This article exposes everything you need to know to visit the Barrocal and what to expect from that visit. Opened in November 2020, Barrocal quickly became a …
Castelo Branco is not one of the first travel destinations in Portugal. In fact, it is perhaps one of the least popular district capitals in the country, but it is still a historic city with some points of interest and a very beautiful surrounding region. Located right in the center of Portugal, Castelo Branco is …
Bolo-Rei or King Cake (sometimes King’s Cake) is the king of the Christmas Cakes, but it is also a centerpiece in many other traditional parties in Portugal. This cake is a tradition in Portugal, and it is a “mandatory” presence at many Portuguese parties, namely at Christmas, New Year, King’s Day, and Easter. In this …
Alentejo is one of the best regions to eat in Portugal. In this article, we will analyze the different typical dishes and explore what to eat in Alentejo. Although the scarcity of resources has historically conditioned the Alentejo, it has a rich and varied cuisine. Due to Alentejo’s people’s creativity and talent, basic and standard …
Portugal is clearly a country of trends, and the trend of walkways seems to be here to stay, at least for a while. We quickly went from having very few walkways in Portugal to having several in all regions. The best walkways in Portugal contribute to the local economy, attract people, and have a limited …